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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning enable learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling 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 ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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