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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online education enable people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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