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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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