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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Gabon to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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