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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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