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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wake Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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