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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor motivation and high attrition?

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