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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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