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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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