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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. New gains in learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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