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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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