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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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