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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yemen to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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