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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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