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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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