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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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