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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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