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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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