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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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