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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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