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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

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