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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are dealing with today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Suriname to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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