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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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