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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

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