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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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