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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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