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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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