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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. New improvements in learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction 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 learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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