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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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