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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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