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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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