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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kenya to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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