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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online education technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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