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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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