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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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