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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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