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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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