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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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