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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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