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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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