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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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