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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

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