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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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