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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free 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 many issues that online education organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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