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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning enable people all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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