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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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