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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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