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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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