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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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