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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Fiji to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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