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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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