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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free for learners 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 numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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