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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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