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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Reddit to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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