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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a lot of topics that online education organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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