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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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