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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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