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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

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