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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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