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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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