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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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