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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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