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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Brunei to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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