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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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