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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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