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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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