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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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