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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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