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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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