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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

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