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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology have empowered humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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