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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in digital education technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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