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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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