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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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