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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning are enabling people all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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