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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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