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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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