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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Oman to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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