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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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