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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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