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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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