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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

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