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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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