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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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