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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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