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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? 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 guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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