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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in elearning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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