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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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