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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Niue to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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