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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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