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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students 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 several issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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