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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

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