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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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