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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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