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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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