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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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