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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have enabled people all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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