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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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