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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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