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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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