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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free 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 quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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