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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. 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 generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

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