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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

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