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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

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