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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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