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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in blended learning have enabled people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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