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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Croatia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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