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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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