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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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