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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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