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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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