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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in e-learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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