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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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