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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in learning technology enable people all over the world to take online classes. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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