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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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