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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

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