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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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