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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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