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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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