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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online learning technology have enabled people all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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