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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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