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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in elearning technology have empowered people all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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