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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering people all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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