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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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