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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online learning technology enable humans all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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