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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cameroon to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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