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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in digital education technology have enabled students all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 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 participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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