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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology enable learners all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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