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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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