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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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