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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many topics that learning technology institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Paraguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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MOOCS And Open Education