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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Moldova to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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