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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advances in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Mauritania to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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