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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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