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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in e-learning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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