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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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