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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that online 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 we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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