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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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