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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in online learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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