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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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