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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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