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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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