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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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