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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

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