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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online education have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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