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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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