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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cambodia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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