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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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