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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in blended learning enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

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