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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning enable students all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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