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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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