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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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