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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions have to consider today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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