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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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