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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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