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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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