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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in elearning are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

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