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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are considering today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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