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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

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