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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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