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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Dominican Republic to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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