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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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