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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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