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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

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