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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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