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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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