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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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