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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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