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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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