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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that online education organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

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