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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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