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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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