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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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