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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Montenegro to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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