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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are normally free for students 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 several issues that learning technology organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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