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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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