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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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