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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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