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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology are empowering students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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