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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of issues that blended learning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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