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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning are enabling people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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