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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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