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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Wallis and Futuna to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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