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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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