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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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