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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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