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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

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