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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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