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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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