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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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