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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in digital education technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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