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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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