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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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