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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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