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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate 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 ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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