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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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