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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online education are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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