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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New gains in online education have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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