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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bosnia and Herzegovina to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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