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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

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