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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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