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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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