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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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