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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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