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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online education technology are empowering students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guinea to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

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