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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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