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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly 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 numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

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