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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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