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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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