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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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