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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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