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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in learning technology have empowered humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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