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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in digital education technology are enabling students all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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