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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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