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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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