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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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