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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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