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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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