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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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