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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering people all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

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