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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning technology have enabled people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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