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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

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