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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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