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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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