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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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