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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high attrition?

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