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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning technology have empowered people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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