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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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