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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in digital education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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