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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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