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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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