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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Andorra to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

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