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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high student attrition?

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