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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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