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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

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