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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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