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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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