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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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