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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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