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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

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