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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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