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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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