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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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