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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online education are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

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