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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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