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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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