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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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