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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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