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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in digital education technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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