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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online education technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

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