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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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