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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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