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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Laos to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

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