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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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