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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Mali to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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