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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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