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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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