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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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