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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Turkmenistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

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