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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like American College of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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