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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology are enabling students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Benin to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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