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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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