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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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