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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cambodia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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