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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

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