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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning have enabled people all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

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