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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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