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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high attrition?

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