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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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