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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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