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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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