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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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