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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. 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 education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Croatia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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