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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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