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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the 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 organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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