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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in e-learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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