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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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