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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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