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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Syria to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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