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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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