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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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