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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are dealing with now that elearning 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 training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Michigan to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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