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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic educational technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students 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 several topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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