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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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