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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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