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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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