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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online education are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses online. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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