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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in online learning have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

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