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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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