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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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