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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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