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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high attrition?

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