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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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