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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Malaysia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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