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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in elearning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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