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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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