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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning have made it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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