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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in electronic educational technology are enabling people all over the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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