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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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