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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Haiti to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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