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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Paraguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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