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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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