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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning are empowering people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low motivation and high attrition?

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