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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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