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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online education technology have empowered people all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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