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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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