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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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