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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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