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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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