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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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