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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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