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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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