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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online education technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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