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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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