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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in elearning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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