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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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