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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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