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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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