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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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