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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

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