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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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