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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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