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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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