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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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