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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

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