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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in digital education technology make it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brunei to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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