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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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