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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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