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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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