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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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