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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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