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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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