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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

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