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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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