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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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