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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning are providing the means for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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