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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

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