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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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