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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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