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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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