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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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