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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology enable learners all around the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UWashingtonX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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