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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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