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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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