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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

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