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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning enable people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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