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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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