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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic educational technology have empowered 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. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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