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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online education technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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