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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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