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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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