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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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