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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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