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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic education technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are considering today because learning technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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