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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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