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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

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