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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

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