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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in digital education technology are enabling people all over the world to take online classes. 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. These massive online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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