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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Queen Maud Land to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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