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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online education technology enable learners all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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