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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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