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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cyprus to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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