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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education have enabled students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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