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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always 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 several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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