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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

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