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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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