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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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