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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online education are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

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