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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning enable students all over the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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