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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

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