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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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