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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Angola to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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