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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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