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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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