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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

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