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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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