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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online 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 make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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