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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in online education have empowered students all around the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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