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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning are empowering students all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Botswana to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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