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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online education are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

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