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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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