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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are dealing with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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