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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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