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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

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