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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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