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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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