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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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