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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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