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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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