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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

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