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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

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