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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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