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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

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