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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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