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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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