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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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