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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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