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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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