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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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