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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in online education technology are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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