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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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