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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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