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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning have empowered learners all over the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Botswana to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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