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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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