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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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