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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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