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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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