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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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