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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in learning technology enable learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

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