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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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