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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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