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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of 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 students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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