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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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