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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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