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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education make it possible for humans all over the world to take online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Svalbard to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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