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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in electronic education technology have empowered people all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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