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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in digital education technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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