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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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