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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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