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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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