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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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