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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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