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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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