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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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