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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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