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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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