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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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