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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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