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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

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