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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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