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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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