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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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