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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like British Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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