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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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