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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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