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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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