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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching 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 institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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