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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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