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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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