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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive 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 educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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