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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

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