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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning are enabling people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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