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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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