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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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