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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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