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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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