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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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