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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology are enabling students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Gibraltar to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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