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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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