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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many topics that distance learning organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these massive open online courses? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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