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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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