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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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