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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like openHPI to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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