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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

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