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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Guatemala to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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