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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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