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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning have enabled people all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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