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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online education enable learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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