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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online 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 teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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