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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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