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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are empowering people all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Belize to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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