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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in online education make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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