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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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