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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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