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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning enable people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mauritania to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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