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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Romania to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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