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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New improvements in learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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