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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different strategies are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

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