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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are usually 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 a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Anguilla to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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