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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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