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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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