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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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