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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

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