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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Comoros to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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