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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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