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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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