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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in elearning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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