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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online education technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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