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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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