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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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