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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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