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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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