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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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