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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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