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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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