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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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