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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners all over the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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