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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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