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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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