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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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