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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are normally 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 subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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