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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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