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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

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