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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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