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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in online learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are considering today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Mauritius to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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