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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning have provided the means for students 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. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

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