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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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