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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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