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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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