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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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