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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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