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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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