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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like openHPI to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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