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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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