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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

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