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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Austria to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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