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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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