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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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