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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Great Basin College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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