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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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