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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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