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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ethiopia to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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